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Personal Devotions

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  • Johan D. Tangelder

Though saved by grace, Christians have a responsibility to actively take part in what God has done for them in Christ. This article shows that personal devotions done through Bible reading, meditation and prayer are crucial for Christian growth.

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The Benefits of Private Devotions

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  • Paul Henderson

Is it essential for a Christian to have private devotions? Why? This article encourages young people, and indeed all Christians, to consider the benefits of having private devotions. Would you like to start doing so? Here is how to begin.

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The Secret for Reading Half of the Bible in Just Thirty Minutes

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  • Joseph C. Harrod

This article considers how to start the discipline of reading whole Bible books in one sitting, for personal devotions. It explains that half of the Bible's sixty-six books could be read in thirty minutes or less. Above all, it emphasizes that while finishing the day's reading exercise is important, it remains subordinate to the ultimate goal of fellowship with God in Bible reading.

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Don't Miss the Point: Questions to Ask While Reading Scripture

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  • Stephen J. Nichols

This article offers some questions to ask for learning and applying God's Word in personal devotions.

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Personal Devotions

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  • Daniel Kleyn

This article looks at the importance of Bible reading, meditation, and prayer in doing personal devotions.

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Why We Fail at Family Devotions

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  • Tim Challies

Having family devotions should be the desire of every Christian family. Do you find your family devotions failing after attempting to hold them? This article discusses five reasons that cause family devotions to fail.

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Reading the Bible for Personal Devotion

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  • Dave Jenkins

Bible reading for personal devotions is important. This article offers seven tips for nurturing your daily devotions and eight motivations for reading the Bible for personal devotions.

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The Morning Watch

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  • Robin Arnaud

Daily devotions should not just be a Bible study, and should not be a religious duty. What must it be? This article answers this question by giving practical ways of conducting personal devotions.

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Devoted Devotions

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  • Jenny Waldron

This article shows how to do devotions in such a way that time can be devoted to Christ.

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No More Dark Trails

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  • Bob Burridge

To experience the truth of Psalm 119:105, God's word must be prayerfully studied in devotions to receive understanding.

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Ephesians 6:4 - Edification - Not Provocation

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  • Arie van Eyk

This article explores Ephesians 6:4 as a biblical directive for family worship. Fathers are to bring up their children "in the discipline and instruction of the Lord", and one way this is done is through family devotions. Fathers must discipline and instruct their children.

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The Lost Art and Practice of Family Devotions

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  • Brad Winsted

What is the importance of family devotions? Why is family devotions becoming a lost practice? The reasons for doing it are numerous, and it must become a priority. This article talks about why family devotions are important, and how we can do them.

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Rejoicing At Thy Word

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  • Richard J. Smit

This article on Psalm 119:162 ties in with the article In Awe of Thy Word. Here the author discusses rejoicing in the word. Sin can sometimes take away the joy of reading the Bible. This article shows that our attitude toward Bible study and devotions is crucial to developing this joy and delight.

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In Awe of Thy Word

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  • Richard J. Smit

How should we approach reading the Bible, Bibly study, and devotions? What attitude should we have? Believing that the Bible is God's inspired word will create an attitude of awe. Christians should view God's word as governing every aspect of their life. The author looks at this awe from Psalm 119:161.

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Seeking His Face

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  • D. Broughton Knox

This article is about seeking God daily through personal devotions, prayer, and church attendance.

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Suggestions for Personal Bible Reading

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  • Andrew Rowell

At times reading your Bible can be challenging. This article shares some suggestions for reading the Bible in a way that your devotions can be profitable.

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The Sinkhole Syndrome

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  • Donald S. Whitney

This article highlights the importance of maintaining personal devotions and communion with God.

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Family Worship and its Benefits

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  • Jason Helopoulos

This article looks at the benefits of family worship. Though doing family devotions has its challenges, it is also a beautiful gift from God.

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Family Prayer

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  • John A. Haverland

This article is about family devotions and teaching our children to engage in regular devotions.

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I've Got a Date! Now What? What Are You Supposed to Do on a Date?

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  • Arthur van Delden

This article is about devotions during courtship, parents and dating, and the purpose of courtship.

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